City of Tillamook, Oregon

City of Tillamook, Oregon The City of Tillamook is located in central Tillamook County and is the largest city of the county. In 1852, the first two families arrived to make their homes.

In its early years, the town of Tillamook, the first community to be settled in the county, bore the unofficial names Lincoln and Hoquarton, the latter believed to be an Indian name meaning "the landing." Its name was eventually changed to Tillamook, meaning “people of Ne-Elim". Long time local folklore is that Tillamook means "land of many waters” but the authentic meaning is not near so ostentat

ious. The first settler in the vicinity was Joseph Champion, who came in 1851 and made his home in a hollow spruce tree he called his “castle.” Within months other settlers came – all bachelors. Each successive year brought more families. On Dec. 15, 1853, Tillamook County was created by an act of legislature. In 1854, the first election was held, the first census taken, the first school started and the keel laid for a community ship: the “Morning Star.”

The “Morning Star” was built out of economic necessity because shipwrecks had destroyed all transportation that had carried local dairy products, fish and potatoes to market. The vessel was built by the combined efforts of Tillamook’s settlers. Most of the materials came from the forest, but iron work from a wrecked ship was laboriously packed on horseback from the Clatsop beaches by way of Neahkahnie Mountain. Sails were purchased from the Indians who had salvaged them from a ship wrecked near Netarts. Pitch was used to caulk the craft. Paint was not available. The ship was launched in the Kilchis River on Jan. 5, 1855, and for some years made possible the existence of the pioneers and development of Tillamook County. In 1861 Thomas Stillwell, aged 70, arrived with his family from Yamhill and purchased land. The following year he laid out the town that would become Tillamook and opened the first store. In 1866 the first post office was opened and the town was permanently renamed Tillamook. An election in 1873 chose Tillamook as the county seat. The first public building was the jail built that same year.

09/01/2026

If you haven't had a chance to say Hi and chat with Chief Troxel recently, he'd love to see you at his upcoming Chat with the Chief on Thursday, September 10th!

Come learn about what's happening in our community, share any concerns, and suggest solutions. We hope to see you there!

Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: Tillamook County Library (1716 3rd Street, Tillamook)

All are welcome including families with children; coloring sheets and crayons will be available for kids. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Questions? Email [email protected]

This Friday is our final Movie in the Park for the season! 🍿Come spend one last summer evening at the park with us!📅 THI...
08/31/2026

This Friday is our final Movie in the Park for the season! 🍿
Come spend one last summer evening at the park with us!
📅 THIS Friday, September 4
📍 Goodspeed Park
🎬 Despicable Me 4
🕗 Dusk (approximately 8 p.m.)

08/28/2026

The Tillamook Police Department worked alongside the Oregon Department of Justice, and the Tillamook County Sheriff's Office, to execute a search warrant at Pearl Massage on North Main Avenue in Tillamook. This action followed several months of investigation and surveillance into suspected illicit activity and is part of a broader effort to disrupt organized, multi-jurisdictional criminal activity.

Illicit massage businesses can be associated with prostitution, human trafficking, and the exploitation of vulnerable people. These investigations are about more than shutting down an illegal operation. They are about identifying those who may be profiting from the exploitation of others, holding offenders accountable, and recognizing that some individuals working in these environments may themselves be victims who need help, compassion, and support.

During today’s search, investigators seized more than $4,600 in cash along with additional evidence believed to be associated with prostitution and other unlawful activity.

We are incredibly appreciative of the partnerships that made this investigation possible. Criminal activity does not stop at city or county boundaries, and neither can our efforts to protect our communities. When local and state agencies combine their people, experience, and resources, we are better positioned to address complex criminal activity and protect vulnerable people.

Our message is clear: we do not want individuals or organizations to profit from the exploitation of others in Tillamook. We will continue working with our partners to protect victims, hold offenders accountable, and keep our community safe.

This remains an ongoing investigation, and no additional information will be released at this time. As always, all individuals arrested or cited are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.

Please see the attached press release for additional information.

NOW HIRING: UTILITY CLERKWe are currently accepting applications for a Utility Clerk position!Join our team and become p...
08/25/2026

NOW HIRING: UTILITY CLERK

We are currently accepting applications for a Utility Clerk position!

Join our team and become part of an organization dedicated to serving our community. We are looking for a dependable, organized, and customer-service-oriented individual to join our team.

If you’re interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply!

📍 Apply today and take the next step in your career!

Please share this post with anyone who may be interested.

08/24/2026

Click It or Ticket: Buckle Up, Tillamook!

From August 24th through September 6th, the Tillamook Police Department is teaming up with agencies nationwide for the Click It or Ticket seat belt safety campaign.

Whether you're driving across town or across the state, make sure everyone in the vehicle is buckled up — day and night. It’s not just the smart thing to do — it’s the law.

“Buckling up is the simplest thing you can do to prevent injury or save a life during a crash,” said Chief Nick Troxel. “We see the tragic results of not wearing seat belts all too often — and most of them could have been prevented.”

In 2023, more than half of male crash fatalities were unrestrained, and nighttime remains a particularly dangerous time for unbuckled drivers and passengers.

No excuses, no exceptions. Officers will be enforcing seat belt laws around the clock.

Let’s all do our part. Buckle up — every seat, every ride.

Learn more at NHTSA.gov/ClickIt

We’ve got one more movie night before summer wraps up!Our final Movie in the Park of the summer will feature Despicable ...
08/21/2026

We’ve got one more movie night before summer wraps up!

Our final Movie in the Park of the summer will feature Despicable Me 4. Come spend one more summer evening at the park with us!

📅 Friday, September 4
📍 Goodspeed Park
🎬 Despicable Me 4
🕗 Dusk (approximately 8 p.m.)

Movie in the Park is THIS Friday, August 14, 2026!🍿✨Join us for a fun, free evening for the whole community!August Movie...
08/10/2026

Movie in the Park is THIS Friday, August 14, 2026!🍿✨

Join us for a fun, free evening for the whole community!
August Movie in the Park is being held in partnership with Nehalem Bay Health Center’s Community Resource Fair.

Stop by to connect with local organizations and community resources, enjoy activities, and then stick around for a free movie under the stars!

📅 Friday, August 14
📍 GoodSpeed Park
🎪 Resource Fair: 5:00–8:00 PM
🎥 Movie begins at 9:00 PM

We hope to see you there!

Scheduled Street Closure at 4th and Miller for Sewer Lateral Repair!See the attached press release regarding a closure A...
07/30/2026

Scheduled Street Closure at 4th and Miller for Sewer Lateral Repair!

See the attached press release regarding a closure Aug. 5th and Aug. 6th for a sewer repair. This is a dead-end street and will not impact through traffic.

Road Closure on 9th Street between Cedar and Chestnut!Please see the details of the upcoming closure due to sewer latera...
07/30/2026

Road Closure on 9th Street between Cedar and Chestnut!

Please see the details of the upcoming closure due to sewer lateral repair.

When: Aug. 3 - Aug. 4
Where: 9th Street between Cedar Ave. and Chestnut Dr.
What: Sewer Lateral Repair

The City of Tillamook appreciates the public's patience and cooperation while this work is completed.

07/25/2026

You're Invited to National Night Out 2026!

Join the Tillamook Police Department for an evening of fun, food, and community as we celebrate National Night Out 2026!

Tuesday, August 4, 2026
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Goodspeed Park (3rd Street & Delmonte Avenue)

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for a FREE evening featuring:

🍔 Free hamburgers & hot dogs
🎶 Live music
🎨 Face painting
🎯 Co****le
💦 Dunk tank
🤝 Community booths & displays
✨ And much more!

National Night Out is all about bringing neighbors, first responders, and community partners together to build stronger relationships and create a safer, more connected Tillamook.

"National Night Out is one of our favorite events of the year because it brings our community together outside of emergency situations," said Chief Nick Troxel. "Building relationships, having conversations, and spending time together helps strengthen trust and creates a safer, more connected community. We encourage everyone to come out, enjoy the evening, and celebrate the partnerships that make Tillamook such a wonderful place to live, work, and visit."

A huge thank you to the many local businesses, volunteers, partner agencies, and community organizations whose generosity and support make this event possible each year. We couldn't do it without you!

This event is FREE and open to everyone. We can't wait to see you there!

Questions? Contact us at [email protected]

Address

210 Laurel Avenue
Tillamook, OR
97141

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

(503) 842-2472

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